In loving memory of

Karen Ann Coon

June 9, 1944 - January 28, 2017
From: Sac City , IA | Originally: Sac City, IA
Karen Ann Coon

Karen Ann Coon

Born: June 9, 1944
Died: January 28, 2017
Age: 72
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     Karen Ann Coon, age 72, of Sac City, IA, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at Loring Hospital in Sac City, IA. Karen was born on June 9, 1944, to Donald and Dorothy (Brown) Weddell at Loring Hospital in Sac City.  She grew up on the farm just north of town. Karen was baptized at the United Methodist Church in Sac City in 1945 and then later confirmed in 1956 at the United Methodist Church, where she remained a life-time member.  She attended Sac City Elementary School from K-5th grade and graduated from the Sac City High School in 1963. Karen continued her education at St. Vincent’s School of Nursing in Sioux City, IA, and then completed her LPN training at St. Anthony’s School of Nursing in Carroll, IA, in 1965.

     On April 16, 1966, Karen was united in marriage to Larry Coon. This union was blessed with their daughter Teresa.  They later divorced on January 1, 1990. Karen started working at Park View Rehabilitation as an LPN on August 1, 1966.  She took pride in being a nurse and continued to work for 48 years until she retired on November 1, 2014.  Karen was very involved within the community.  She spent 8 years on the Sac City Council, was a member of the Sac Athletic Boosters, Sac City Ambassadors, Sac City Snowlovers club, and Quasquicentennial Committee.  She was instrumental in starting the Sac Community Rec Center and was also a member of the Sac City Saddle Club when it was around.  

     Karen enjoyed camping, cooking, traveling, riding motorcycles, riding snowmobiles, riding horses in her younger years, caring for people and animals, following the grandkids school activities, spending time with family and friends and overall just having a good time. Karen was a lady who loved to care and help others. She was always a good friend, never knew a stranger and always made a friend.    

     Survivors include her daughter Teresa (Greg) Bruening of Sac City, IA; sister Debi (Howard) Schutt of Woodward, IA; grandchildren: Austin and Madison Bruening; niece Stephanie (Troy) Birt of Woodward, IA; nephew John (Alison) Schutt of Granger, IA; and many friends.

     Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Dorothy Weddell. 

     In lieu of flowers, the family would like any contributions to be made to the Loring Hospital; Unity Point Hospice; or the Animal Rescue League of Carroll, IA.

 

 

 

 

SERVICES
Memorial Service:
2:00 p.m., Saturday
February 4, 2017
United Methodist Church
Sac City, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Rev. Missy Brown
VISITATION
12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Saturday
February 4, 2017
United Methodist Church 
Sac City, Iowa 


INTERMENT
Oakland Cemetery
Sac City, Iowa

Condolences

Sunday, March 26, 2017 at 4:41 PM
“I was so shocked and sorry to read of Karen's passing. As neighbors and friends Karen was part of my early life, and then later her very special care of my parents, Cleo and Myrtle Johnson and numerous relatives and friends at Park View. Theresa, I am so very sorry for your loss. Gale ”
- Gale Johnson
Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 9:36 AM
“Teresa and family, I am very sorry for your loss. You will all be in my prayers.”
- Jennifer (Roose) Quest
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 3:27 PM
“Teresa your mom was a great person she will be missed by all who knew her she always had me laughing”
- charlie "tuna" Schnirring
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 3:27 PM
“Dearest Teresa and family, Karen touched so many lives and loved by many people. She was a great example for all of us. Some of the best years of nursing were with Cookie and so many memeories!! Love to you all ”
- Doris Pawol and Teresa Pawol/Dytri
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 4:36 PM
“Teresa and family, your mom was the best, with her abilities to laugh live and love. Most of all, your mom didn't waste time judging others.
She loved you so much.
Our prayers and hugs to you all. ”
- Erin McCullough
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 4:36 PM
“We were so sorry to hear of Karen's death. We had talked to her just before we left for Florida. As always, she was smiling and joking. Her great smile and positive attitude will be a loss to all. Our sympathy to all of you and special prayers to Austin and Maddie.

joking. Her great smile and positive attitude will be a loss to everyone”
- Larry and Nancy Domio
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 4:36 PM
“Teresa, I am so sorry!! Your Mom always made everyone smile!! ”
- Jodi Miller
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:49 AM
“We extend our deepest sympathy! Lot of good memories from working with Coonie at Park View!”
- Todd & Teri Luckow
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:49 AM
“Teresa, I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My the Lord give you his peace.”
- Sharon Irwin
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:48 AM
“Teresa, Deb & family

So sorry for your loss. Karen was always very kind to all of my family when they were at Park View. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

Bob & Glenda”
- Bob & Glenda Olerich
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:48 AM
“Teresa,
My heart breaks to learn of Karen's passing. She was a special lady, and I loved working with your Mom at Parkview. Her laughter was contagious, and I will never forget her.”
- Michele Gassaway
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:48 AM
“After all of these years I would still recognize Karen . I graduated with her many years ago . We all shared such a fantastic
Simple life growing up in sac city . I so wish that I had stayed in touch with her. We had many great times together.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Stephanie Manning”
- Stephanie manning
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:48 AM
“Teresa , Bonnie and myself are so saddened by the loss of your mother. We will sure miss her. I always enjoyed teasing her. And she always had a comeback. We will keep her in our prayers. ”
- Gene & Bonnie Simpson
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:47 AM
“You are in our thoughts and prayers. We loved working at Park View with Coonie, she always made work fun. May the Lord give you all comfort.”
- Roger and Shelly Quail
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:47 AM
“Thoughts and prayers with all of you...Karen was such a fun person and could put a smile on anyone's face...going to miss her
”
- Ron and Cindy Williams
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:47 AM
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you Teresa. Karen was one great blessing in all of our lives. She knew how to make you smile and was a blessing as nurse at Park View for many many yrs. My mom loved working with her and listening to all her stories. The funniest memory I have of her was when you and I were roommates at WITCC and she came up to spend time a night with us. Security of coarse ended up at our dorm room lol. Live on the memories you have and she will always be in your heart. ”
- Korey and Jodi Conover
Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11:28 AM
“Teresa, so very sorry to hear about Karen's passing. When I think of her I always get a smile. She was one of a kind! Thinking of you all.”
- Jeri Bottenfield
Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11:28 AM
“We have all lost a very special lady. We so enjoyed knowing her. She was so much fun. Sorry we won't be there for the visitation as we are in Texas until the end of February. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you all!”
- Kathy & Jim Boyington
Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11:28 AM
“I have been praying for Karen since I heard she was so ill. She always had a good since of humor. We ride the school bus together as kids, and I know she loved family. I also know that Teresa is really going to miss her mom! I am glad her suffering is done and she is with our Lord.”
- Linda (Love) Henson
Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11:28 AM
“Hugs and prayers to all of you guys. She was such a special lady and had a huge impact on many! I will never forget this wonderful woman. Fly high Momma Coon ”
- Justin Buschmann
Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11:28 AM
“I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Karen's laugh and fun for life. She always made me smile. ”
- Linda Brown
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